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Raj Auto Wheels (P) Ltd Vs ACIT (ITAT Jaipur)
Introduction: In the realm of income tax disputes, the case of Raj Auto Wheels (P) Ltd versus ACIT before the Income Tax Appellate Tribunal (ITAT) in Jaipur serves as an illustrative example of the intricate challenges that often arise. The case, primarily centered around the estimation of sales, deferred sale, and the validity of additions made by the assessing officer, saw divergent contentions from the tax authorities and the assessee. The subsequent rulings by the Tribunal provide significant insights into the nuanced aspects of tax assessments.
1. Addition based on Advances from Customers: The crux of the matter revolved around the addition made by the assessing officer concerning the amount credited under ‘advances from customers.’ The assessing officer raised questions about the genuineness of the advances received, asserting that the assessee failed to provide necessary details and proofs regarding the identity of customers and the receipt of advances.
1.1 Tribunal’s Decision: Upon careful consideration of the material, rival contentions, and legal precedents, the Tribunal pointed out a critical flaw in the assessing officer’s approach – the absence of a specific provision cited to justify the addition. This, the Tribunal held, rendered the addition legally unjustified.
Emphasizing the well-established legal principle that the initial onus lies on the assessee and shifts to the assessing officer once discharged, the Tribunal found that the assessee had successfully demonstrated the nature of transactions. The applicability of Section 68 was firmly rejected, with the Tribunal asserting that the advances were legitimate and part of the normal business practices expected from a Maruti Suzuki dealer.
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